ProductVicks DayQuil Severe Hot Remedy Cold and Flu plus Congestion
Active ingredientACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
Label structure10 sections
Indications and uses
• temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms: • nasal congestion • sinus congestion & pressure • cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • minor aches & pains • headache • fever • sore throat • reduces swelling of nasal passages • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial ...
Dosage and administration
• take only as directed • do not exceed 4 doses (one packet each dose) per 24 hrs Adults & children 12 yrs & over - one packet every 4 hours Children under 12 yrs - Do not use • dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. of hot water and stir briskly; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes • if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water, stir briskly before and after hea...
Storage and handling
• each packet contains: potassium 20 mg • phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 56 mg per dose • store at no greater than 25°C (77°F)
• cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation
• minor aches & pains
• headache
• fever
• sore throat
• reduces swelling of nasal passages
• temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
• promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
• helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make
coughs more productive.
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
Liver warning
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This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
with other drugs containing acetaminophen
3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Allergy Alert:
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Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
Skin reddening
Blisters
Rash
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away
Sore throat warning
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If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use
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with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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liver disease
heart disease
high blood pressure
thyroid disease
diabetes
trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
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do not use more than directed
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless
pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
redness or swelling is present
new symptoms occur
cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts.
These could be signs of a serious condition.
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If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
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Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning
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In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
• take only as directed
• do not exceed 4 doses (one packet each dose) per 24 hrs
Adults & children 12 yrs & over - one packet every 4 hours
Children under 12 yrs - Do not use
• dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. of hot water and stir briskly; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes
• if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water, stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat
Other information
STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION
• each packet contains: potassium 20 mg
• phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 56 mg per dose
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